Netflix announces documentary examining the history of LGBTQ stand-up comedy
Netflix has announced Stand Out: The Documentary, which will explore the history of LGBTQ stand-up comedy. Written, directed and executively produced by Page Hurwitz, Stand Out: The Documentary will debut later this year and is set to accompany Netflix’s recent comedy special Stand Out: An LGBTQ+ Celebration. The documentary combines original performances, interviews, archival footage and backstage footage to explore an array of themes such as comedy as activism, diversity in stand-up, new queer cultures and bringing mainstream in the alternative. The film will aim to look at LGBTQ+ comedians…
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